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Event
"From The Ground Up"--VIP Book signing, tour and dinner
Uncommon Ground
Sunday, July 28 from 4-7 pm
Dinner, Talk, Q&A, Signing, Roof-top farm tour, kid friendly
1401 West Devon Ave.
Chicago, IL 60660
*The book and dinner will be included in the price of the ticket.
Jeanne Nolan has been growing food organically for over 20 years. She is the founder of The Organic Gardener Ltd. and a well-known educator, author, and consultant. Jeanne has helped hundreds of families develop gardens that are beautiful, productive, and uniquely suited to their homes and lifestyles. She also works extensively with schools, restaurants, not-for-profit organizations, and other institutions
Her book, From The Ground Up: A Food Grower's Education in Life, Love and the Movement That's Changing the Nation, is an inspiring story for everyone who's ever dreamed of growing the food they eat. First addition is forthcoming from Random House on July 16th, 2013.
Please join us for what will surely be a memorable night!
Early Praise for FROM THE GROUND UP
"Nolan's enthusiasm for bettering the world is charming and infectious."
Publishers Weekly
"In bravely sharing her personal journey in her remarkable book, Jeanne gives each one of us a gift one that has the power to motivate us to pursue the values we believe in, to free ourselves from convention, to be better parents, and to accept the love of family and community, however we define them. As a gardener, From the Ground Up resonates powerfully with me and inspires me to 'double-dig' my garden bed, but even readers who keep their fingernails clean will benefit from this beautiful story and powerful message."
Sophia Siskel, President & CEO, Chicago Botanic Garden
"Sometimes a garden is just a garden, but not for Jeanne Nolan. In From the Ground Up, she gives us a deeply personal account of finding her path in life through building urban gardens, and in Chicago, no less. Anyone with an interest, from casual to professional, in creating urban food systems and communities or eating home-grown fresh vegetables will be moved and inspired by her story."
Marion Nestle, Professor of Nutrition, Food Studies, and Public Health at New York University and author of Eat, Drink, Vote: An Illustrated Guide to Food Politics
"The earth particularly the garden as our portal to it is our wisest teacher. And Jeanne Nolan's captivating, beautifully written memoir-cum-gardening guide overflows with lessons learned, stories of honesty and insight, healing, and hope. Plus, the appendix unexpectedly, concisely, and brilliantly summarizes the essentials we all need to know for successfully growing our own organic vegetables."
Suzy Bales, author of Down-to-Earth Gardener
"I didn't expect that a book about the food movement would turn out to be a 'can't put it down page turner.' But that's just what From the Ground Up is. Jeanne's personal journey is a richly observed saga set against the broad landscape of social and ecological change coming from a reawakened awareness about the food that must sustain us."
Bill Kurtis, television journalist & founder of Tallgrass Beef
"We talk of 'Farm to Table' but not of 'Child to Garden.' Growing and harvesting your first vegetables forever stays in your memory and on your palate. Jeanne Nolan inspires us all to establish a truer connection to our food. I have never been more excited to get my hands dirty!"
Art Smith, Author of Art Smith's Healthy Comfort
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LocationUncommon Ground On Devon (View)
1401 W Devon Ave
Chicago, IL 60660
United States
Categories
| Kid Friendly: Yes! |
| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: No |
| Wheelchair Accessible: Yes! |
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Attendees
Gracie H.
Wilmette, IL United States
Jul 27, 2013 7:56 PM |
Name Withheld
Park ridge, IL United States
Jul 27, 2013 2:29 PM |
Ellen And David G.
Winnetka, IL United States
Jul 27, 2013 10:35 AM |
Zora P.
Park Ridge, IL United States
Jul 26, 2013 8:29 AM |
Mollie R.
Chicago, IL United States
Jul 26, 2013 5:46 AM |
Mollie R.
Chicago, IL United States
Jul 26, 2013 5:46 AM |
Mollie R.
Chicago, IL United States
Jul 26, 2013 5:46 AM |
Henrietta S.
Glenview , IL United States
Jul 22, 2013 2:45 PM |
Mila P.
Chicago, IL United States
Jul 20, 2013 9:00 AM |
Jack L.
chicago, IL United States
Jul 19, 2013 10:39 AM |
Name Withheld
highland park, IL United States
Jul 18, 2013 4:43 PM |
Name Withheld
highland park, IL United States
Jul 18, 2013 4:43 PM |
Name Withheld
highland park, IL United States
Jul 18, 2013 4:43 PM |
Stewart H.
Winnetka, IL United States
Jul 18, 2013 12:03 PM |
Ann R.
Glencoe, IL United States
Jul 15, 2013 5:46 PM |
Ann R.
Glencoe, IL United States
Jul 15, 2013 5:46 PM |
Mara R.
evanston, IL United States
Jul 15, 2013 2:44 PM |
Leigh O.
evanston, IL United States
Jul 15, 2013 2:44 PM |
Mimi K.
evanston, IL United States
Jul 08, 2013 5:14 AM |
Nancy & Frank K.
Winnetka, IL United States
Jul 03, 2013 11:22 AM |
Barbara P.
Park Ridge, IL United States
Jun 29, 2013 7:48 AM |
Barbara P.
Park Ridge, IL United States
Jun 29, 2013 7:48 AM |
Victoria N.
Downers Grove, IL United States
Jun 28, 2013 11:35 AM |
Jean B.
Chicago, IL United States
Jun 27, 2013 3:18 PM |
Jean B.
Chicago, IL United States
Jun 27, 2013 3:18 PM |
Jean B.
Chicago, IL United States
Jun 27, 2013 3:18 PM |
Jerry A.
Chicago, IL United States
Jun 27, 2013 2:54 PM |
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